mei-nus

Feb 24 2025 245 ep. 64 mins 223

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From its vantage point in Singapore, a crossroads of the world, MEI-NUS exists to advance understanding of the Middle East and deepen engagements between the region and Asia through research and by providing reasoned views to scholars, students, policymakers, businesses and the public through publications, lectures, consultations and outreach.

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The Chagos Islands and the Law of Self-Determination

Mar 24 2019 48 mins

The Chagos Islands, a group of seven atolls disputed between the UK and Mauritius, came to the fore on February 25, 2019 when the International Court of Justice ruled that the decolonisation of the latter was not lawfully completed. MEI Senior Research Fellow Victor Kattan examines how the Chagos issue could be relevant to the Israel-Palestine conflict. Listen to his talk!

India’s Pivot to the Gulf under Modi

Mar 26 2019 35 mins

Transnational Connections of Muslim Movements in Thailand

Apr 24 2019 50 mins

Many assume that Sufism in southern Thailand came about because of Middle Eastern influences. But Dr Srawut Aree and Dr Christopher M. Joll, who spoke at MEI on Sufi movements in Thailand's southern provinces, said this is inaccurate. Tune in here to find out why.

Spectres of Colonial Pasts Haunting Logistical Landscapes

May 23 2019 31 mins

To many, the history of colonialism is far removed from the logistical landscapes of today. However, this view is inaccurate as Professor Laleh Khalili argues why the two are more closely related than one would expect. Tune in to find out more!

What Chinese Leaders Talk About When They Talk About Middle East Security

May 30 2019 55 mins

As China’s economic ties with the Middle East continues to expand, some expect that the Middle Kingdom will start to play a bigger role in regional security by deploying its own armed forces in the region, as the United States is doing now. Professor Jonathan Fulton of Zayed University explains why this may not be the case.

Jerusalem: A Many-Bordered City

Jul 10 2019 33 mins

The dynamic nature of Jerusalem's city borders have had a great impact on the outcome of political agreements between Israeli and Palestinian leaders. By closely examining the history of this contested city, Professor Michael Dumper comments on the potential for a negotiated agreement.

Social Changes in Jerusalem 1949-1967

Jul 10 2019 21 mins

From the 1948 war to the 1967 war, where Jerusalem was divided between Jerusalem and Israel, the city has changed demographically and geographically. In his talk, Professor Menachem Klein summaries the major changes the city has undergone and comments on how these changes have affected Israeli and Jordanian national policy.

Which Jerusalem? Israel's Little-Known Master Plans and Their Impact on Palestinian Lives in Jerusalem

Jul 10 2019 24 mins

The establishment of Israeli settlements throughout the Palestinian territories has had an immense impact on the lives of Palestinians living in Jerusalem and beyond. In her talk, Ms Nur Arafeh discusses the logic behind the settlement project and explores its impact on the lives of Palestinians.

Fake News, Twitter Bots, and the Weaponisation of Social Media in the Arabic-Speaking Middle East

Jul 28 2019 49 mins

Automated Twitter accounts, or bots, have played a crucial role in poisoning online discussions in the Arabic Twitterverse. Dr. Marc Owen Jones discusses the extent to which bots have been weaponised by Saudi Arabia to spread disinformation and fake news in the Middle East.

The US and Iran: On a Collision Course? Keynote Address by The Hon Richard Armitage

Aug 14 2019 18 mins

The United States-Iran Conference held on 13 August 2019 at Orchard Hotel examined escalating tensions between the US and Iran. Former US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage spoke about the view from the US.